Giving Quote by Epictetus
“Do not give sentence in another tribunal till you have been yourself judged in the tribunal of Justice.”
About This Quote
One should not accept judgments from others until they have been judged fairly by true justice.
In simple terms: Seek fair judgment before accepting others' verdicts.
Key Takeaway
Demand justice before accepting condemnation.
Themes
justice
fairness
self‑reflection
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal disputes
- personal conflicts
- public criticism
Key Concepts
Stoicism
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does "tribunal of Justice" mean to you?
- How do you ensure your own judgment is fair?
A Different Perspective
Justice systems can be flawed or biased.
![“Stand us against a wall and shoot us, well and good, you are victors. But why should I be brought before a Tribunal like a c-c-c-... I can't even get the word [criminal] out!” quote by Robert Ley](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6c4/robert-ley-28547_i-can_stand-us-against-a-wall-and-shoot-us-wel_971826.jpg)
